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Food Poisoning – What Can You Do Under Missouri Law?
Today is National Taco Day. Who doesn’t love tacos? But what happens if your tacos don’t love you? Food poisoning, in certain circumstances, can be deadly. While most cases of food poisoning are minor and resolve on their own, some quickly become serious, leading to hospitalization. When you purchase food at a grocery store or…
Read MoreAre Airlines Liable for Injuries to Passengers?
Are airlines liable for injuries to passengers? Yes, if they violate a duty of care to the passenger. The Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, recently addressed this issue in Spencer vs. American Airlines, et al. In the case, Mrs. Spencer alleged that she was injured when a fellow passenger violently pushed his seat back…
Read MoreCommunication After Divorce – Helpful Hints and Apps
Communication after divorce can be difficult, but it is necessary. Communication with your ex-spouse and with your kids after divorce requires patience, planning and sometimes, can be aided by technology. This post provides helpful hints and links to some apps that can help with communication. Communication After Divorce – With Your Kids Here are five…
Read MoreDrinking Water and Other Utility Prices Increase Due to Infrastructure and Usage Concerns
Distracted Driving Epidemic in Missouri
Distracted driving is one of three major causes of auto accidents in Missouri. The three (3) main causes of auto accidents are: Speeding Drunk and impaired driving Distracted driving An auto accident caused by speeding, drunk, impaired or distracted driving may disrupt your life for days, months, years or permanently. Injuries from these auto accidents can…
Read MoreCelebrating Court Reporter Appreciation Week
This week is National Court Reporting and Captioning Week. Court reporters are a key player in legal proceedings, which require an exact record of what was said. The court reporter is responsible for producing an accurate and complete legal transcript of courtroom proceedings. A legal transcript is the record of every spoken word and who spoke it…
Read MoreNew Year – New Missouri Law
New Missouri law in 2018 changes the minimum wage rate, adoption rights and the ability to seal criminal convictions. This post will highlight these high profile changes. New Missouri law Raises Minimum Wage For 2017, the minimum wage in Missouri was $7.70 an hour. Effective January 1, 2018, new Missouri law increases the minimum wage…
Read MoreWhat is a Guardian and What Do They Do?
In Missouri, a guardian doesn’t “save the galaxy”, but plays an important role nevertheless. A guardian is appointed by the court to be responsible for someone who is unable to take responsibility for themselves. The person for whom guardianship is sought is called the “ward”. A ward may be either a minor child under the…
Read MoreDrainage District No. 7 – Additional Information Regarding the Petition for Reassessment of Benefits
Our office has received multiple calls concerning Drainage District 7’s recent filing with the Circuit Court of Butler County. As attorneys for the District, we cannot provide landowners with legal advice as to “what you should do”. We are providing additional information to answer some of the common questions received. Additional Information Regarding Drainage District…
Read MoreScott Robbins Elected to The Missouri Bar Board of Governors
Today, The Missouri Bar and the Missouri Supreme Court announced the results for the 2017 Missouri Bar Board of Governors election. The firm is pleased to announce that partner, Scott Robbins, was elected to serve on the Board. The Missouri Bar was created in 1944 by order of the Supreme Court of Missouri. The Bar’s…
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